Tezu, Aug 16: Urban Development & Housing department conducted an orientation-cum-coordination meeting to generate awareness on the implementation of the waste management bye-laws in Tezu on Friday.
In the meeting, implementation of waste management bye-laws namely, Arunachal Pradesh Solid Waste Management (Management and Handling) Bye-Laws, 2023, and Arunachal Pradesh Plastic Waste Management Bye-Laws, 2023 were discussed.
The meeting aimed to address the growing concerns regarding waste management in Tezu and develop a comprehensive plan for its effective disposal and management. The discussions focused on identifying sustainable solutions, raising awareness among the public, behavior change, IEC on waste management bye-laws notified by the state government on October 18, 2023.
Lohit deputy commissioner Shashvat Saurabh highlighted the key principles of the waste management bye-laws to the general public.
He urged the public to imbibe civic sense and contribute towards maintaining the pristine beauty and cleanliness.
The DC also suggested the concerned departments to start levying user charges on garbage as per notified rates; imposition of penalty on defaulters thereof and briefed on safe waste management practices; duties and responsibilities of the generators of construction and demolition (C & D) waste, and requested the agencies responsible to ensure its proper implementation.
He also encouraged collective responsibilities in realizing Sampoorna Swachata in Tezu township.
The DC called for a collaborative effort of the district administration, general public and all stakeholders in the matters of cleanliness of the township.
He also discussed the functioning of the material recovery facility in Tezu, effective treatment of bio-medical wastes and segregation of wet and dry waste as provided in the byelaws.
Tezu-Sunpura MLA Dr Mohesh Chai addressed various grievances put forth by the vendors and the SHGs during the meeting.
He promised to improvise the operationalization of the cleanliness initiatives in carrying forward the visions of Swachh Bharat Mission in Tezu township.
The MLA announced plans to organize a one-day social service every month in Tezu market.
He further discussed the issues related to garbage collection and pollution caused by haphazard disposal of garbage.
The meeting ended with a firm commitment to prioritize waste management in Tezu. Officials emphasized swift action and community collaboration to ensure the plan’s successful implementation, with hope for improved cleanliness and environmental health of the town.